4 oz. Tabletop Popcorn Maker
Maquina De Mesa Rosetas De Maiz
Model EPM-487
Instruction Manual
Before operating your new appliance, please read all instructions carefully
and keep for future reference.
When using any electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
WARNING: TO AVOID THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, ALWAYS MAKE SURE
THE PRODUCT IS UNPLUGGED FROM THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET BEFORE
ASSEMBLING, DISASSEMBLING, RELOCATING, SERVICING, OR CLEANING.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
FIRST USE.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Always
use handles or knobs to operate.
3. To protect against risk of
electrical shock, do not immerse
cord, plug, or any non-removable
parts of this appliance in water or
other liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary
when any appliance is used by or
near children.
5. WARNING: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF
CHILDREN.
6. Unplug from outlet when
not in use and before
cleaning. Allow to cool
before installing or
removing parts. To
disconnect, grasp plug and
remove from outlet. Do not
pull by the cord.
7. Do not operate the appliance if
the power cord or plug is
damaged, it must be replaced by
the manufacturer or its service
agent before use. Return
appliance to the nearest service
facility for examination, repair or
adjustment.
8. The use of any accessories or
attachments not supplied by the
manufacturer is not
recommended as it may cause
injuries.
9. Do not use outdoors.
10. Do not pop kernels in a dry kettle
(without oil).
11. CAUTION: NEVER use
butter/margarine when popping
kernels. This will burn the popcorn
and leave an unpleasant residue.
12. WARNING: NEVER immerse
popping kettle into water or any
other liquids.
13. Kettle surface is very HOT when in
use. Do NOT touch the hot kettle
when in use or just after use.
14. Do not let cord hang over edge of
table or counter, or touch hot
surfaces.
15. Always attach plug to appliance
first, then plug cord in the wall
outlet. To disconnect, turn any
control to “off’, then remove
plug from wall outlet.
16. A fire may occur if this
appliance is covered by or
touches flammable material
including curtains, draperies,
walls, etc. when in operation.
Do not store any item on top of
the appliance.
17. Do not place on or near a hot gas
or electrical burner, or in a heated
oven.
18. Extreme caution must be used
when moving an appliance
containing hot oil or other hot
liquid.
19. Turn all controls to "OFF" before
inserting or removing plug from
wall outlet.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY!
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (CONT.)
20. Do not use appliance for
anything other than
intended use.
21. Never steam food in the
popping kettle.
22. A popping kettle that is
plugged into an outlet
should not be left
unattended.
23. Extreme caution must be
used when removing and
serving popcorn.
24. Do not clean with metal
scouring pads. Pieces can break
off the pad and touch electrical
parts resulting in a risk of
electric shock.
25. NEVER FORCE ANY PARTS OR
BRACKETS INTO POSITION.
26. CAUTION: Injury and/or Burns
may result from non-
compliance with these
operating procedures.
27. No parts are intended for
dishwasher.
SHORT CORD PURPOSE
NOTE: A short power cord is
provided to reduce the risk of
personal injury resulting from
becoming entangled in or tripping
over a longer cord.
Longer power-supply cords or
extension cords are available and
may be used if care is exercised in
their use.
If an extension cord is used: (1) the
marked electrical rating of the
extension cord should be at least as
great as the electrical rating of the
product; (2) the extension cord
should be arranged so that it will not
drape over the countertop or
tabletop where it can unintentionally
be pulled on or tripped over by
children or pets.
POLARIZED PLUG
If this appliance is equipped with a
polarized plug
(one blade is wider
than the other), please follow the
below instructions:
To reduce the risk of electrical
shock, this plug is intended to fit
into a polarized outlet only one
way. If you are unable to fit the
plug into the electrical outlet, try
reversing the plug.
If the plug still does not fit, contact
a qualified electrician. Never use the
plug with an extension cord unless
the plug can be fully inserted into
the extension cord. Do not alter the
plug of the product or any extension
cord being used with this product.
Do not attempt to defeat the safety
purpose of the polarized plug.
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Thank you for purchasing the Elite 4 oz. Tabletop Popcorn Maker. It will add
a touch of nostalgic delight to any recreation room with its great turn of
the century vendor style design. Although the popcorn maker may look old
fashioned, rest assured that the unit uses the latest technological advances
in kettle popcorn operation. You never have to go without the old
fashioned taste of delicious freshly popped popcorn when watching a movie
right at home with your family.
Here are some great recipe tips to use with your popcorn maker
* Make sure to shake or toss well in order to cover all the popcorn with
the seasonings from above.
* All the above are just references and can be adjusted to your own
taste.
The popcorn maker is a great excuse to have celebrations or gatherings for
no particular reason at all. Simply invite your friends or neighbors, or gather
around with the family and enjoy! Here are a few fun ideas for when to use
your popcorn maker:
You are now ready to use your popcorn maker. Have fun and enjoy!
INTRODUCTION
Theater Style Popcorn – Simply
add butter and salt to your
liking.
Southwestern Flare – Add one
teaspoon of powdered ranch
dressing mixed with some
cayenne pepper to your liking.
Garlic Gourmet – ¼ teaspoon
each of garlic powder and
garlic salt and shake it up.
Cheesy Cheddar – ½ teaspoon
of powdered cheddar cheese.
Muy Caliente – A touch of
cayenne pepper, ½ teaspoon
of powdered cheddar cheese,
and ½ a cup of jalapeño
peppers that have been pat
dried.
The Works – ¼ teaspoon each
of garlic powder, powdered
cheese, onion powder, cayenne
pepper, and salt and pepper.
MOVIES:
A night of Cowboys and
Indians movies with
Southwestern Flare flavored
popcorn.
An evening of sappy romantic
comedies accompanied with
Regular flavor or Cheddar
flavor.
PARTIES & GET-TOGETHERS:
Birthdays and Graduations
50s, 60s, 70s or 80s music
theme nights
Board Games Night
Sports Night
Poker Night
Karaoke Night
PARTS & ASSEMBLY
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
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Specifications:
Voltage: AC 120V~60Hz
Input Power：600W
Please read this user manual carefully before assembling and using.
PART 1. HOW TO ASSEMBLE THE POPPING KETTLE:
1. Screw the lid, axle fixer and stirrer onto the gear box in clockwise
(Figure 1).
2. Hold the kettle on the supporter (Figure 2).
3. Insert a pin through the kettle and supporter (Figure 3).
4. Use a pin to fix kettle at the right position (Figure 4).
5. Finally insert the internal plug into the socket on the inner top of the
popcorn machine (Figure 5).
A. Main unit
B. Popping kettle
C. Block plate
D. Detachable plastic
door
E. Crumb tray
F. Scoop
G. Measuring spoons
& plastic scoop
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PART 2. HOW TO ASSEMBLE THE MAIN BODY:
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS (CONT.)
１. Place the kettle (B) on the
supporter after completing
Part 1 of the Assembly
Instructions.
２. Put the block plate (C) onto
the front of the unit.
3. Insert the detachable plastic
door (D) onto the hinges.
4. Slide the crumb tray (E) into
the hole at the bottom of
the unit.
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USING YOUR POPCORN MAKER
1. Make sure the popcorn maker
is unplugged before you do
any of the following.
2. Popcorn Maker is rated at 120
volt. Only plug unit into 120
volt power source to avoid
potential damage to unit.
3. Clean the internal surface of
the kettle pot and main unit
surfaces.
4. Main unit has 2 function
switches as follows:
5. Secure the kettle onto the
hanger of the main unit.
6. Plug in the power cord to the
popcorn maker.
7. Switch on the light and heater
(1 & 2) and fill the kettle with
the correct amount of oil
(Figure 1) based on popping
chart in Figure 5.
Figure 1
(1) LIGHT: to turn
the internal light
bulb on.
(2) POP: to turn the
stirring stick motor
& heater on.
CAUTION: NEVER use butter
or margarine inside the kettle
at any time. It will burn.
8. Kettle should be pre-heated
for 3 to 4 minutes with oil
(until steam rises from the
pot).
9. Measure out corresponding
amount of plain popcorn
kernels from the chart in
Figure 5. Make sure to use
plain popcorn kernels with no
seasoning or salt as it will
cause oil to splatter.
10. Lift the lid and then pour in
the kernels carefully. (Fig. 2)
CAUTION: Lid will be HOT!
Figure 2
8. Switch ON the Stirrer switch
(2). Stirring stick will begin
to rotate (Fig. 3).
Figure 3
USING YOUR POPCORN MAKER (CONT.)
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9. Shut the door carefully.
10. Popcorn starts popping out
through the lid after about 2 to
3 minutes. (Fig. 4)
Figure 4
11. Switch OFF the stirrer & heater
switch (2) when popping is
complete (No more popping
sounds from the pot).
12. Rotate handle on kettle
counter clockwise to pour out
all remaining popcorn from
kettle.
CAUTION: Kettle will be HOT!
13. Keep heater switch (2) OFF
if the unit is not being
continuously used.
14. Serve your popcorn with
popcorn scoop provided.
15. Remove plug from power
supply if the unit is not
being used for a long
period of time.
16. Repeat steps 7 to 12 for
continuous popping.
Allow kettle to cool for at
least 5 minutes between
uses.
Figure 5
OIL
KERNELS
1 Tbsp
½ Cup
*Do not exceed 1/2-cup per
batch
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TIP: It is strongly recommended to clean the kettle after EVERY use to avoid
burning of excess oils on the bottom of the kettle pot and to prevent hard
to clean oil build up.
TO CLEAN POPPING KETTLE:
NOTE: To thoroughly clean the kettle, first make sure the unit is ‘OFF’ and
completely cool.
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
1. Allow unit to cool down
completely before cleaning.
2. Always make sure unit is
unplugged from outlet.
3. Use a hot damp towel to
clean the kettle surface inside
and out.
WARNING: NEVER immerse
popping kettle into water or
any other liquids.
4. With a clean damp cloth,
wipe down the inside
interior, glass surfaces and,
door.
5. Frequently empty plastic
kernel tray. Wash with soap
and warm water and dry
thoroughly.
DO NOT WASH ANY PARTS
IN DISHWASHER.
ADDITIONAL CLEANING TIPS
1. Add 1 to 1 1/2 cups of hot
water (no detergent is
necessary) into the kettle.
2. Turn the stirrer switch and
the heater switches ‘ON’ and
and bring water to boil for 2
to 3 minutes.
3. Place a towel in the bottom
of the unit with a
large bowl on top.
NOTE: make sure bowl is
large enough to pour out the
water from the kettle.
4. Turn off stirrer and heater
switches and carefully pour
out water into bowl.
CAUTION: Kettle and water
will be HOT!
5. Repeat same procedure 2 to
3 times for best results.
CAUTION: Never immerse the
kettle into water.
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LIMITED WARRANTY* ONE (1) YEAR
WARRANTY IS ONLY VALID WITH A DATED PROOF OF PURCHASE
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN TO STORE OF PURCHASE.
If you have any problems with this unit, contact Customer Service for support.
1. Your small kitchen appliance is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from any
manufacturing defects under normal use and conditions for one (1) year, cord excluded. This
Warranty applies only to the original purchaser of this product.
2. Retail stores/merchants selling this product do not have the right to alter, modify, or in any
way revise the terms and conditions of the warranty.
3. If you use your appliance for household use and according to instructions, it should give you
years of satisfactory service.
4. At its sole discretion, Maxi-Matic USA will either repair or replace the product found to be
defective during the warranty period.
5. The repaired or replacement product will be in warranty for the remaining balance of the
one-year warranty period and an additional one-month period.
6. Consumer’s remorse is not an acceptable reason to return a product to our Service Center.
7. This limited warranty covers appliances purchased and used within the 50 U.S. states plus the
District of Columbia and does NOT cover normal wear of parts or:
- Damages caused by unreasonable use, neglect, normal wear and tear, commercial use,
improper assembly or installation of product.
- Damages caused in shipping.
- Damages caused by replacement or resetting of house fuses or circuit breakers.
- Defects other than manufacturing defects.
- Breakage caused by misuse, abuse, accident, alteration, lack of proper care and maintenance,
or incorrect current or voltage.
- Lost or missing parts of the product. Parts will need to be purchased separately.
- Damages of parts that are not electrical; i.e. cracked or broken plastic/glass, scratched/dented
inner pots.
- Damage from service or repair by unauthorized personnel.
- Extended warranties purchased via a separate company or reseller.
- Acts of God such as fire, floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, etc.
8. This warranty does not apply to re-manufactured merchandise.
Maxi-Matic, USA shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the
breach of any express or implied warranty. Apart from the extent prohibited by applicable law, any
implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in time to the
duration of the warranty.
*One Year Limited Warranty valid only in the 50 U.S. states plus the District of Columbia, excluding
Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.
This warranty is effective only if the product is purchased and operated in the USA; product usage
which is in violation of the written instructions provided with the unit will void this warranty.
For international warranty, please contact the local distributor.
This warranty gives you special legal rights and you may also have other rights to which you are
entitled which may vary by state, province, and/or jurisdiction.
**Any instruction or policy included in this manual may be subject to change at any time.
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RETURN INSTRUCTIONS
RETURNS:
A. Any return of defective merchandise to the manufacturer must be processed accordingly by
first contacting customer service ([email protected]) to obtain an RA # (Return
Authorization Number). We will not accept any returns of merchandise without an
applicable RA #.
B. IMPORTANT RETURN INSTRUCTIONS. Your Warranty depends on your following these
instructions if you are returning the unit to Maxi-Matic, USA:
1. Carefully pack the item in its original carton or other suitable box with sufficient
cushioning to avoid damage in shipping.
2. Before packing your unit for return, be sure to enclose:
a) Your name, full address with zip code, daytime telephone number,
and RA#,
b) A dated sales receipt or PROOF OF PURCHASE,
c) The model number of the unit and the problem you are having
(Enclose in an envelope and tape directly to the unit before the box is
sealed,) and
d) Any parts or accessories related to the problem.
3. Maxi-Matic, USA recommends that you ship the package via UPS ground service
for tracking purposes. We cannot assume responsibility for lost or damaged
products returned to us during incoming shipment. For your protection, always
carefully package the product for shipment and insure it with the carrier. C.O.D
shipments cannot be accepted.
4. All return shipping charges must be prepaid by you.
5. Once your return has been received by our warehouse, Maxi-Matic, USA will
repair or replace the product if it is defective in material or workmanship, subject
to the conditions in paragraph B.
6. Maxi-Matic will pay the shipping charges to ship the repaired or replacement
product back to you.
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